2007 KIA Picanto 1.1L Petrol · FV07 SCZ

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and exhibits a rapidly worsening trend in structural integrity. The most recent test on 29 June 2026 at 154,380 miles resulted in a failure due to critical structural corrosion. The tester identified the nearside rear outer and inner integral body structures as corroded to the point where the assembly rigidity is significantly reduced. This follows a previous failure in July 2024 where the offside rear outer sill also showed excessive corrosion and reduced structural strength. The recorded mileage of 154,380 miles reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 8,100 miles per year over its 19-year lifespan. This rate is typical for a vehicle of this age, yet the data shows that regular use has not prevented mechanical decline. Between June 2023 (139,023 miles) and June 2026 (154,380 miles), the car covered over 15,000 miles, a period during which the vehicle transitioned from a clean record to a state of severe structural failure. A buyer should avoid this vehicle due to the extensive decay of the chassis and sills. The history reveals a persistent failure to address recurring suspension issues, with play noted in top mounts, ball joints, and track rod ends appearing across multiple years. The braking system also shows a history of neglect, with corroded brake pipes and poorly adjusted parking brakes documented back as far as 2018. Furthermore, the June 2026 failure for a high exhaust lambda reading suggests potential engine management or catalytic converter issues, which combined with the documented exhaust leaks, indicates a high cost of required repairs.